Articles
1. Meet the French Royal Style: Louis XIII
Louis XIII climbed the throne at the age of only 8 years old. He was the first king to wear a wig, solely inspiring the trend of male wig wearers.
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Unveiling the Mystery of Witch Balls
For avid antique enthusiasts, the encounter with a 'witch ball' in antique stores may not be uncommon. What is their meaning or even - their mystery?
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The Mystique Behind Broken Mirrors: Unraveling the Superstition
In the realm of antique mirrors, mishaps are not uncommon; a mirror may shatter during transport or suffer an unfortunate fall. But does breaking a mirror truly means seven years of bad luck?
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The French Wedding Armoire or "Armoires de Mariage"
Wedding fêtes in France are not to be taken lightly. In the past the gifts given to the newly weds amongst others included furniture pieces like a mirror and an armoire. What do their symbols mean?
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